Strong’s H5931

עִלָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

`illah

Pronunciation

il-lah'

Definition

Cause, reason, pretext

Meaning

a pretext

Usage

The Hebrew word "illah" is used to denote a cause or reason for something. It often implies a pretext or an underlying motive, sometimes with a negative connotation, suggesting an excuse or a false reason given to justify an action.

Bible references

Daniel 6:4;Daniel 6:4;Daniel 6:5